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Playa Avellanas Beach House with Exclusive Beach Access

Family fun on the beach, with water park, near Hacienda Pinilla Golf Course

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Front Patio Hammocks and Entrance
Rear Master Bedroom
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Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 72100 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Gym

Explore the area

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Playa Avellanas, Guanacaste
  • Place, Avellanas Beach
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Hacienda Pinilla Golf Course
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Place, Tamarindo Beach
    ‪39 min drive‬
  • Airport, Tamarindo (TNO)
    ‪34 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Family Room

1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

Middle Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

Rear Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

3 bathrooms

Family Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Middle Master Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Rear Master Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Kitchenette
Office
Balcony
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Playa Avellanas Beach House with Exclusive Beach Access

*Just click ‘Book Now’ * Special Monthly Rates

This charming 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom house is located on a serene 1/2 acre, privately gated, property in the heart of beautiful Playa Avellanas.

Each bedroom has its own California King sized bed, with 1500 count Egyptian cotton sheets, Flatscreen Television with Apple TV, streaming and Netflix, ice cold AC, ceiling fans, strong WiFi, and with lots of lovely local antiques and art work throughout

There is a fully equipped kitchen, along with a giant teak dining table, and 5 extra large incredibly comfortable hammocks to choose from.

The house has a giant family room, also used as an extra living room with dining area, and third super comfy bedroom, for those large family and group gatherings.

This is the perfect place for relaxation. The entire property is very safe, quiet, peaceful & secure.

Enjoy gorgeous beach walks and breath taking sunsets, incredible swimming, surfing, boogie boarding, fishing, golf, wildlife and bird watching and so much more.

Your reservation includes paid exclusive beach access through neighboring Cabinas Las Olas, and their world famous mangrove boardwalk.

It is only a short walk to the beach out front, as well as lots of local restaurants, bars, groceries and shops. Rental cars are not necessary. Enjoy a large variety of local tours. Transfers from Liberia airport (LIR), and taxis can all be easily arranged for you.

There are two other rental houses on this property as well, all private and separate, and sharing the same gate.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Air conditioning
Gym

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17
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Events

No events allowed
No outside guests please
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No Smoking Inside Please

Check-out instructions

The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Please turn off the ACs
Please turn off lights and fans
Please leave keys in door
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Please no excessive noise or excessively loud music, so that we may all enjoy the beautiful sounds of nature and observe all the immense wildlife.
Smoking is permitted outside only
No outside guests

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: no outside guests please
Long-term renters welcome
This property uses wind, solar, and geothermal energy, plus a grey water recycling system and eco-friendly cleaning products
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock

We should mention

A car is not required for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Tamarindo

Located in Tamarindo, this vacation home is in the city center and on the beach. While the natural beauty of Tamarindo Beach and Conchal Beach can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can check out Hacienda Pinilla Golf Course. Traveling with kids? Consider Las Baulas National Marine Park and Monkey Park. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Playa Avellanas, Guanacaste

What's nearby

  • Avellanas Beach - 13 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Hacienda Pinilla Golf Course - 17 min drive - 6.4 km
  • Playa Langosta - 21 min drive - 8.1 km
  • Casino Diria - 26 min drive - 10.5 km
  • Tamarindo Beach - 39 min drive - 18.2 km

Getting around

  • Tamarindo (TNO) - 25 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Langosta Beach Club - ‬29 min drive
  • ‪Baulas Snack Bar - ‬29 min drive
  • ‪Rum Bar - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Pandeli - ‬27 min drive
  • ‪Lola's - ‬13 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Playa Avellanas Beach House with Exclusive Beach Access pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Playa Avellanas Beach House with Exclusive Beach Access?

As of Feb 8, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Playa Avellanas Beach House with Exclusive Beach Access on Feb 21, 2026 start from $305.0, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Playa Avellanas Beach House with Exclusive Beach Access?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Playa Avellanas Beach House with Exclusive Beach Access?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Playa Avellanas Beach House with Exclusive Beach Access located?

Located in Tamarindo, this beachfront vacation home is in the city center and within 3 mi (5 km) of Avellanas Beach, Playa Lagartillo, and Playa Pargos. Playa Negra is 3.1 mi (4.9 km) away.

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labeled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 243 out of 282 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 17 out of 282 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 282 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 282 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 10 out of 282 reviews

9.0/10

Cleanliness

6.0/10

Amenities

7.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Doug J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ben was an amazing host. Playa Avellanas is very rural, and Ben guided us in right to his gate, no problem. Ben is super attentive, and was checking in with us frequently. He saved us a lot of money with his spot on recommendations regarding excursions and restaurants. The boardwalk to the beach, and the beach are amazing. Restaurants in the area - off the charts!
Stayed 8 nights in Jan 2026

10/10 Excellent

Molly R.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ben was a fabulous host and went above and beyond to make our stay comfortable. The location of this beach house and the close and convenient beach access is its main selling point for sure. The house itself was a little more rustic than we anticipated but we found it comfortable. Kitchen is very small and has only the most basic supplies but nearby restaurants are exceptional so we didn’t mind. Overall a positive experience. The beach is BEAUTIFUL!!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jeanne G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ben was an amazing host. He wanted our family to have a great vacation and offered his time and local knowledge to make that happen. The house was perfect. It was clean, comfortable and private. The 8-10 minute walk to the beach on the boardwalk through the mangroves was a daily delight. We couldn’t have asked for anything more! Driving back to Maine after our arrival back in Boston, my son asked what everyone’s highlight of the trip was. No one was able to come up with a highlight because the entire trip was exceptional!
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Carrie &.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property is located just across from a great surf spot. However, there is a bit of a walk through a beautiful Mangrove boardwalk to get there. Just down the road, there's more accessible surf spots that you can drive right up to. The property felt very safe with a gate that was always locked. The house was very spacious and had three king size beds with each bedroom having its own air conditioning and bathroom. The house is a bit dark but I know that Ben is planning to install more lighting. The hot water was a bit hit or miss but honestly given the heat, cold showers felt totally fine. Ben is super responsive and friendly. He's very willing to provide advice for spots to visit around the area. The listing does say that there is washer and dryer but the washer is a bit primitive and you just dry your clothes on the clothesline which was fine as it dried very quickly given the heat. Overall a great stay for our family.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dwaine E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

awesome location awesome host

Great spot, pictures do not do it justice, Ben was so easy to work with, 5 minute walk to the beach.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Julie A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Loved this place!

This property was fantastic and we absolutely loved our stay here! It was only a 10 minute walk or so to the beach which was stunning. It was homey, clean, secure, filled with wildlife, and let me just say I think I may have taken the best naps of my life on those hammocks. Ben was a fantastic host and even provided private surfing lessons for our kiddos which they absolutely adored. Thank you so much for allowing us to stay in your beautiful home!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Cindy O., United States

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location and best beach!

We enjoyed our stay. Ben offered recommendations and even directions to help us navigate. Easy walk to the beach and restaurants. Lola's was the best!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place with a great vibe

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Ben was a great host, super friendly! All the rooms have cold AC which is important on those hot days at the beach. All in all a great stay, would recommend 10/10!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mike S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great beach getaway!

Me and a small group stayed at both places on Ben's property. The accommodations were nice for what I have experienced in Costa Rica. The property was a short walk to the beach and Ben's was a very responsive host!
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Maria S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Playa Avellanas

Ben was a great and thoughtful host.
Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Richard K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Great stay

We had a great trip. The host/owner was on site and immediately responded to any concerns we had. We were there a month, so we became friends. We had several dinners together, and shared rides into tamarindo for groceries, produce, etc. he was great with our boys and their girlfriends, helping them with surf boards and advice. The listing, however,, was not accurate……there was no downhill or cross country skiing.
Stayed 28 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Amanda B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Location Lovely House

The hammocks were so relaxing with all the nature sounds and birds singing. There were even howler monkeys and scarlett macaws in the yard. The walk to the beach was absolutely gorgeous and the beach was even more stunning. This was all around such a great stay. Can’t say enough nice things.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mike S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

I loved it

This place was great. Though Avellanas Beach was a short walk from the property, it felt secluded and remote. I could hear howler monkeys in the trees, which was cool. The house was gated and felt safe and had all the amenities we needed for our stay. I would gladly visit again.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Powder hound

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing stay at PLAYA AVELLANAS BEACH HOUSE

My family and I had an amazing stay at Playa Avellanas Beach House. Ben is the best!! So thoughtful and truly cares about his guests. We were lucky enough to have him give our three kids surf lessons (all got up on a wave)!! The house is an easy walk to the beach and Ben gets his guests access to the famous board walk through the mangroves. The house is also very close to a number of restaurants and shops yet does not feel touristy at all. My family and I highly recommend staying with Ben and enjoying all the beauty Playa Avellanas has to offer.
Stayed 5 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Costa Rican Getaway

Stayed here with a group of 5. There was plenty of room for us in the house, it didn't feel cramped. The property was nice and secure and the hammocks were great to lounge in. We all felt like the walk to the beach was fine and would consider it the definition of walking distance. Would highly recommend this place for a group looking for an authentic Tico experience.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Terri H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Spot!

The house was perfect for our little surf adventure! Once we figured out that the boardwalk to the beach was through the Cabinas Las Olas across the street...the location is perfect! Thanks for being so accommodating to a later check-out!
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Julia C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

family adventure

This VRBO was an excellent fit for out family: me, my spouse, and our two young adult children. We were together and yet had plenty of privacy- 3 bathrooms (fantastic showers) and 3 large comfortable beds! Ben is a wonderful host, providing great advice and recommendations, easy to contact at any time. We rented a car for our trip but rarely used it while in Avellanas, preferring to walk rather than ride around on rough roads. There is quite a variety of dining options that are 5-10 min walk. We cooked a few meals at the house as well. The stove works well. Beach access down the road and through Cabinas de Las Olas was a nice walk, especially when rewarded by magnificent surf and gorgeous sunsets.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Megan L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Pura vida

Ben is awesome! Great communicator & super resourceful. The check in process was easy. We felt safe & loved the location. East access to the beach & great restaurant options without driving! Everyone was so nice & helpful. Playa Avellanas is our favorite beach!
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
We loved our stay here and were bummed to leave and to say goodbye to our host, Ben! This was a fantastic spot for our family of six, with three bedrooms, each featuring a king-size bed and its own bathroom. The local beach and the walk to it were amazing—we saw so much wildlife! Our host was incredibly helpful, providing excellent recommendations for restaurants and local activities. One highlight of our trip and a recommendation from our host was visiting a nearby turtle hatchery, where our kids got to release a baby turtle into the ocean. Ben even shared some freshly plantains for the property, which was a cool experience for our kids. Thanks again!
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jessy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing stay

Ben could not have been more helpful or attentive, even providing additional details and tips prior to our arrival. He was there to greet us, but his presence was overshadowed by the group of howler monkeys on the property - what a thrill! The house was spacious enough for the 4 of us, the stunning beach was a short walk away, and the local fare was delicious and affordable. The area was quiet enough that we were able to relax in the hammocks. All in all, a fantastic way to end our Costa Rica trip!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2023

6/10 Okay

Joe E.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Ben is the best

Ben is the best host. He is super easy to contact, he replies in less than a hour usually, and if there’s anything you need he’s the guy to ask. His recommendations were wonderful. We loved the restaurants nearby, and Playa Avellanas is incredible. Thanks so much for everything Ben. Pura Vida!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alexander H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very Spacious, Comfortable, & Walk to Beach!

Ben is an excellent host. He stayed in touch with me the whole time we stayed there to make sure everything was great. His property is amazing. Very comfortable, spacious and waking distance to Lola's and all the surf spots for us. Also 10 mins drive to Playa Negra. Big beds, AC in all rooms, Netflix, hot water and even had Apple TV. Lots of hammocks outside to relax. I highly recommend this place. Pura Vida to the max!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2023

10/10 Excellent

Angela U., Louisville KY US

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Costa Rican experience!

Loved this place!! Clean, spacious home with everything we needed. Ben was very kind, attentive and made sure we got there okay. He was close if we needed him but we had our privacy and didn’t see him. We went to sleep and woke up to the birds and had howler monkeys literally right outside our door! Playa Avellanas was one of the prettiest beaches and we had a great time at Lola’s!! Lots of things to do in walking distance! Loved it here and can’t recommend this place enough!! Ben was just wonderful!
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023

8/10 Good

Elizabeth W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Live Like a Local

Ben and his staff went out of their way to initiate and maintain communication with us as soon as we arrived in Costa Rica. We loved spending time outside on the hammocks and deck, and the proximity to the beach and restaurants was appropriate walking distance for our family which included small children. We had some hiccups with hot water and outlets due to a lightening storm but Ben and his crew were very responsive and got the issues resolved promptly. The property felt safe and we were happy to experience life in a Costa Rican style home. I would recommend the property to anyone with similar expectations. We would stay there again! Thanks Ben!
Stayed 7 nights in Nov 2023

2/10 Terrible

Sara L.

Liked: Communication
Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, location, listing accuracy

Not what expected

Aunts in every bathroom. Very heavy doors including main gate Combination Two adults needed to slide gate. Beach not what you call walking distance. Water pressure was so low could barely wash or brush teeth much less shower. The place was so depressing, we left after two nights. We are requesting some refund.
Stayed 28 nights in Feb 2024

About the host

Hosted by Ben Host

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We are a family from Southern California that has been living and vacationing here at this property the last 20 years. We have more 5 star reviews than any other. rental here, and have a very friendly staff, who want to be your friends and look out for you while on your vacation. They are like family to us, & so are you. We would be delighted to have you here for some very special memories in paradise.

Why they chose this property

It’s the best beach in Costa Rica:-)

What makes this property unique

Nature, Serenity, Peace, and Relaxation...

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English, French, German, Italian, Spanish, Japanese, Portuguese, Russian, Korean, Danish, Dutch, Finnish, Indonesian, Norwegian, Swedish, Arabic, Croatian, Czech, Greek, Hungarian, Polish, Romanian, Slovak, Slovenian, Swahili, Turkish, Chinese (Mandarin)

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